1. About this policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Yoga.lk (“Yoga.lk”, “we”, “us” or “our”) handles information submitted through the Yoga.lk website, registry, member accounts, applications, directories, contact forms and related services.
This is general website policy information and is not a substitute for legal advice. We may update this policy when our services, technology or legal obligations change.
2. Information we may collect
- Account information: name, email address, login and profile information.
- Registry information: RYT-SL, RYS-SL or CEP-SL application details, qualifications, training records, professional information and supporting documents.
- Public profile information: information selected for publication in a Yoga.lk directory, such as name, school/provider details, location, registration category, status and professional links.
- Communications: messages, enquiries, claims or reports submitted through Yoga.lk forms, including attachments where provided.
- Technical information: information such as browser, device, IP address, timestamps and basic security/log information generated when the website is used.
- Payment information: payment status and transaction references needed to administer fees. Full payment-card credentials should be handled by the relevant payment provider and are not intended to be stored by Yoga.lk unless expressly stated.
3. How we use information
Information may be used to create and maintain accounts, process registrations and renewals, review credentials, administer payments, provide member services, publish approved directory information, verify credentials, respond to enquiries, investigate claims or reports, prevent fraud and abuse, secure the website, and meet applicable legal or administrative requirements.
4. Credential review and verification
Applications may require documentary evidence so that Yoga.lk can evaluate eligibility under the applicable registration standards. Some registration information may be publicly visible after approval. Applicants should submit only accurate information and documents they are authorized to provide.
5. Public directories
Yoga.lk directories are designed to help the public discover and verify registered teachers, schools and continuing education providers. Public listings may include registration status, category, registration number, professional information and links selected for publication. Sensitive personal information should not be submitted for public display.
6. Claims and reports
Information submitted through a claim or report may be reviewed for registry administration, verification or follow-up. We may contact relevant parties, request supporting information or take administrative action where appropriate. Submission of a report does not by itself establish that an allegation is true.
7. Sharing information
We may share information with service providers who help operate the website, hosting, email delivery, payment processing, security or other necessary services, subject to appropriate safeguards. We may also disclose information where required by law, to protect the rights and security of Yoga.lk or others, or as necessary to investigate abuse or fraud.
8. Data retention and security
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described above, including maintaining historical registration and renewal records where appropriate. We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information, but no internet system can be guaranteed completely secure.
9. Your choices and rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights to request access, correction, deletion, restriction or other handling of your personal information. Public registry information may be subject to legitimate verification, recordkeeping and professional-registry requirements.
10. Contact
For privacy questions or requests, please use the Contact Yoga.lk page and select an appropriate request type.